From Daily News, 17th August 2015
Watumishi Housing Company (WHC) is a 'public entity responsible for the implementation of the Public Servants Housing Scheme (PSHS) and management of Watumishi Housing Company Real Estate Investment Trust (WHC -REIT). Shareholders of WHC and the financiers of the PSHS are National Social Security Fund (NSSF), PPF Pensions Fund (PPF), Public Service Pensions Fund (PSPF), LAPF Pensions Fund (LAPF). GEPF Retirement Benefits Fund (GEPF), National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) and' National Housing Corporation (NHC).In order to implement its objectives,
WHC would like to invite suitably qualified Tanzanians to join its lean, entrepreneurial and dynamic team by filling the following vacancies:
OPERATIONS DEPARTMENT
Senior Quantity Surveyor - One Post
Duty Station: WHC Head Office Dar es Salaam
Reporting to: Chief Operating Officer
Salary Grade:5
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, Senior Quantity Surveyor is expected to add value to the construction process by proactive involvement in cost management and reporting with the overall
objective of constructing quality affordable houses in various PSHS construction projects. The incumbent is also expected to drive best value from main and sub-contractors.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
Assesses and/or prepare Bills of Quantities, Schedules of Works, Specifications and all contract documentation, ensuring that these comply with the project brief and timescale, budget estimates: all relevant legislation, regulations and policies
Assist in the management of associated contractual issues which include but not limited to: determining the extent and value of building work execution for interim payments to contractors; assessing and settling contractors claims throughout the contracts; agreeing final accounts with contractor and auditor and issuing the Final Certificate.
Carry out valuations of work in progress, including forecasting of final costs and sales;
Prepare and monitor project cash flow forecasts;
Measure, value, submit and negotiate contract variations;
Assist in preparation and adherence to project procurement targets and costing budgets;
Assist in planning and scheduling of construction works and in dealing with incoming enquiries in order to provide best value and timely services to clients;
Undertake any other related duties as may be assigned by the Chief Operations Officer.
Academic Qualifications and Experience
The ideal candidate for this position should have the following qualifications, experience: -
University Degree in Quantity Surveying from a recognized university.
Must be registered by the Architects and Quantity Surveyors Registration Board (AQRB).
Knowledge and Competence in Information and
Communications Technology (lCT) applications; and
Not less than five (5) years work experience in construction industry out of which two (2) years must be in senior position.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
In addition to the, above skills and qualifications, applicants for the above positions are required to have the following attributes:
A very high level of integrity, honesty and sense of responsibilities
Ability to work under pressure and produce expected results;
Ability to work in a lean and dynamic team
Ability to self manage, achieve results and meet deadlines; and
Willingness to work beyond the call of duty
Watumishi Housing Company (WHC) is a 'public entity responsible for the implementation of the Public Servants Housing Scheme (PSHS) and management of Watumishi Housing Company Real Estate Investment Trust (WHC -REIT). Shareholders of WHC and the financiers of the PSHS are National Social Security Fund (NSSF), PPF Pensions Fund (PPF), Public Service Pensions Fund (PSPF), LAPF Pensions Fund (LAPF). GEPF Retirement Benefits Fund (GEPF), National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) and' National Housing Corporation (NHC).In order to implement its objectives,
WHC would like to invite suitably qualified Tanzanians to join its lean, entrepreneurial and dynamic team by filling the following vacancies:
OPERATIONS DEPARTMENT
Senior Quantity Surveyor - One Post
Duty Station: WHC Head Office Dar es Salaam
Reporting to: Chief Operating Officer
Salary Grade:5
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, Senior Quantity Surveyor is expected to add value to the construction process by proactive involvement in cost management and reporting with the overall
objective of constructing quality affordable houses in various PSHS construction projects. The incumbent is also expected to drive best value from main and sub-contractors.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
Assesses and/or prepare Bills of Quantities, Schedules of Works, Specifications and all contract documentation, ensuring that these comply with the project brief and timescale, budget estimates: all relevant legislation, regulations and policies
Assist in the management of associated contractual issues which include but not limited to: determining the extent and value of building work execution for interim payments to contractors; assessing and settling contractors claims throughout the contracts; agreeing final accounts with contractor and auditor and issuing the Final Certificate.
Carry out valuations of work in progress, including forecasting of final costs and sales;
Prepare and monitor project cash flow forecasts;
Measure, value, submit and negotiate contract variations;
Assist in preparation and adherence to project procurement targets and costing budgets;
Assist in planning and scheduling of construction works and in dealing with incoming enquiries in order to provide best value and timely services to clients;
Undertake any other related duties as may be assigned by the Chief Operations Officer.
Academic Qualifications and Experience
The ideal candidate for this position should have the following qualifications, experience: -
University Degree in Quantity Surveying from a recognized university.
Must be registered by the Architects and Quantity Surveyors Registration Board (AQRB).
Knowledge and Competence in Information and
Communications Technology (lCT) applications; and
Not less than five (5) years work experience in construction industry out of which two (2) years must be in senior position.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
In addition to the, above skills and qualifications, applicants for the above positions are required to have the following attributes:
A very high level of integrity, honesty and sense of responsibilities
Ability to work under pressure and produce expected results;
Ability to work in a lean and dynamic team
Ability to self manage, achieve results and meet deadlines; and
Willingness to work beyond the call of duty
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
TENURE AND REMUNERATION
A competitive salary will be offered to the right candidates for the posts. WHC is an equal opportunity employer. Staff will be employed on three (3) years contracts that are renewable upon satisfactory performance.
Application letter with Curriculum Vitae (CV) including e-mail address or daytime contact telephone number, together with photocopies or certificates and names and contacts of two referees should be addressed to reach the under-mentioned by 28thAugust 2015.
Only short-listed candidates meeting the above criteria will be invited for interview. Lobbying and canvassing for employment will not be entertained and may work to the candidate's disadvantage.
Application letter should be sent through the address shown below:
The Chief Executive Officer,
Watumishi Housing Company,
4th Floor Golden Jubilee Towers,
P.O. Box 5119,
Dar es Salaam
A competitive salary will be offered to the right candidates for the posts. WHC is an equal opportunity employer. Staff will be employed on three (3) years contracts that are renewable upon satisfactory performance.
Application letter with Curriculum Vitae (CV) including e-mail address or daytime contact telephone number, together with photocopies or certificates and names and contacts of two referees should be addressed to reach the under-mentioned by 28thAugust 2015.
Only short-listed candidates meeting the above criteria will be invited for interview. Lobbying and canvassing for employment will not be entertained and may work to the candidate's disadvantage.
Application letter should be sent through the address shown below:
The Chief Executive Officer,
Watumishi Housing Company,
4th Floor Golden Jubilee Towers,
P.O. Box 5119,
Dar es Salaam
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